1. Home
  2. Home & Garden
  3. Quilting

Lengthwise Grain

By Janet Wickell, About.com

Definition: The lengthwise grain is made up of threads that run parallel to the length of fabric as it comes off the bolt. In other words, parallel to the selvage edges.

Also Known As: warp, straight grain, straight-of-grain

Read more about fabric grain.

Explore Quilting

About.com Special Features

Home Allergy Center

Banish mess, reduce allergens, and maintain a clean, healthy home. More >

Home Improvements Made Easy

Inspirational ideas and expert tips to help you pull off your next DIY project. More >

  1. Home
  2. Home & Garden
  3. Quilting
  4. Quilt Pattern Indexes
  5. Quilting Glossary
  6. Quilting Glossary "L"
  7. Lengthwise Grain - Definition of Lengthwise Grain - Quilting Glossary>

©2009 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.